Within the higher education sector in Australia regionality is not well defined, which is a significant issue for regional universities, given the opportunities for development and growth stemming from the Australian Government's focus on regional higher education. This paper contends that if regional universities are to operate successfully in an…

This paper presents a strategy for expanding a university's international participation. An effort to correct international exchange imbalances evolved into a unique international program and partnership with Walt Disney World.

The rationale and history behind the merger of the University of Tasmania and the College of Advanced Education in Southern Tasmania are explained. The merger will expand a small regional university into a more comprehensive institution serving a broader clientele. The problems of such a change are discussed. (MSE)

Arguments for and against establishment of the first university in Australia's Northern Territory are outlined, focusing primarily on political considerations, such as university planning as a part of national development, unacceptable options, and the recent decision not to proceed with establishment of the institution. (MSE)

The process of instituting professional/vocational development programs for faculty, administrators, and general staff at the Australian National University is described, with emphasis on fitting the development programs and policy to the nature and objectives of the university. (MSE)

In 1997, commercial companies operated by Australian universities are expected to double their combined income of three years ago. All but 2 of the nation's 36 public universities have their own companies to market research discoveries and sell education locally and overseas. Economic pressure for even more profit is growing. The universities can…

Assesses two recent Australian studies of diversity in higher education institutions, both financed by the Commonwealth Department of Education, Training, and Youth Affairs. Study results suggest significant diversity among universities in a number of areas, most of them closely associated with the history of the system. At the same time, state…

To help assess Australian universities' compliance with the Disability Discrimination Act, a study examined implementation in the United States of the Americans with Disabilities Act in five state universities seen as leaders in innovation for students and staff with disabilities. Implications of the American experience for the Australian context…

The 1983 annual report of the Western Australian Post Secondary Education Commission identifies 1983 planning activities, describes the Western Australia postsecondary system, and presents the long-term planning strategy. Eight major proposals for the Commission's activities during the 1985-1987 period are given. The proposals concern: growth in…

The 1986 annual report of the Western Australian Post Secondary Education Commission identifies objectives and achievements, policy initiatives, education program and related matters, resource planning activities, national and state consultation efforts, and related governmental developments. Education program and related matters include:…

A compilation of case studies of training programs for health personnel consists of nonevaluative descriptions of innovative efforts. Contents include: The University of New Castle, New South Wales, Australia: Developing a New Medical School (D. Maddison); Universidad del Valle, Cali, Colombia: Dental Manpower Training (R. Guerrero, C. Tasama);…